Doubling Your Storage Space (While Using the Same Space) Finding storage space in the home is becoming increasingly challenging. These days, we all just seem to have more stuff! Fortunately, you don't necessarily need to rent a storage locker or add a new room to your home to fit everything. There are many innovative ways to increase the capacity of the storage space you're already using. For example, there are storage bins you can buy that are designed to fit neatly under a bed. Some have wheels, making the bins easy to pull out and access. You've probably seen closet organizers at your local home improvement centre. These can easily double the storage capacity of a closet, while making the space look neater and more organized. Finally, there are storage units available that are camouflaged as something else, such as an ottoman. Visit your local home improvement centre. There are many more innovative storage solutions available for your home.

How to Discourage Buyers from Buying Your Home
If you're listing your home for sale, then of course you’ll want to make
the best impression possible on potential home buyers. But, just to
have a little fun, say you don't want to sell your property. What could
you do to discourage those who view your home?
Well, you could have your pets in the home during viewings. That will
certainly make it uncomfortable for some buyers – especially those
with pet allergies.
You could also leave personal items around, such as family pictures
and trophies. That will make it more difficult for a buyer to imagine
himself and his family living there. It might even make him feel a bit
like an intruder!
Clutter in bedrooms, closets and other areas of the home will make
those spaces feel less spacious than they really are, as well as make
visitors feel uncomfortable.
If you really want to turn off a buyer, then put off doing any minor
repairs. A dripping tap, flickering light, dent in the wall, or other
maintenance issues are certain to gain a buyer's attention.
If all that doesn't shoo away a buyer from your home, then stick
around during a viewing and follow him and his family from room to
room. That will certainly make him feel uneasy.
Of course, we're just having a bit of fun here. When you put your
home on the market, you want to sell it.
It’s easy to avoid all the pitfalls described above and ensure potential
buyers appreciate the full value of your home.
So when you’re preparing for a showing, think of ways you can make
your property appear its best, and make the buyer feel welcomed and
comfortable viewing it.
Want more ideas on how to sell your home quickly and for the best
price? Call today
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When preparing your home for sale, you need to fix things up, declutter, perhaps slap a fresh coat of paint on a few walls. That’s all part of getting your property ready for buyers.

But there’s another type of preparation that you also need to do. And, the sooner you do it, the less stressful your move will be.

You need to get all your paperwork together.

Here’s what to gather:
 

  • Property documents such as deeds, easements, surveys, liens, etc.
  • Mortgage documents, plus any other loans (i.e., line of credit) that use the property as collateral.
  • Maintenance and service agreements that may continue with the new owners.
  • Warranties and guarantees that are transferrable to the new owners.
  • Recent utility bills, such as water, electricity, etc.
  • Rentals (i.e., water heater rental.)
  • Home security agreements and codes.
  • Contracts for any work done on an ongoing basis. For example,
         lawn maintenance.

 
Getting these records together early will ensure you’re not scrambling at the last minute to find them. Some of these documents, such as warranties, also make for attractive selling features.

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When considering whether or not to sell their home, many people think about market conditions. They consider whether it’s a buyer’s or seller’s market. They look at trends. They try to time the sale to get the best price for
their property.

While market conditions certainly can play a role in deciding whether you should sell now rather than later, many other factors can influence that decision too.

For example, you might have outgrown your home and need more space. Perhaps you need an extra bedroom or a larger kitchen. If you wait until market conditions are perfect, you may languish for months — or even years — in a home that’s too small for you.

The same can be said for downsizing.

Another “non-market” reason you might want to sell your home sooner rather than later is the neighbourhood. Is there another community more suited to your lifestyle that you want to get into? If it’s a particularly desirable area, you don’t want to wait too long to make a move. If you do, you might lose some good opportunities.

There’s also the emotional side of the decision to consider. You might simply want to move for no other reason than you need a change. That’s as good a reason as any to put up the For Sale sign and find your next dream home.

Other non-market reasons for selling include:
 

  • Wanting a shorter commute to work.
  • Desiring a different style of neighbourhood. (Rural rather than urban.)
  • A change in family situation.
  • Living closer to relatives and friends.
  • Wanting a particular property feature, such as a backyard with
    mature trees.

 
The point is, don’t just consider market conditions when deciding to sell. Look at all the reasons and then move forward with confidence. After all, you can sell and buy in any market.

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What is it about your property that stands out? What will buyers like most about it? What are your home’s most enticing features?
 
Answering those questions will help you determine which features to emphasize when selling your home. After all, you want buyers to notice and appreciate your property’s best characteristics.
 
But here’s the challenge...
 
It can be difficult to determine which features of your home are particularly desirable to buyers. You live there! So, there might be a fantastic characteristic of your property that you’ve gotten used to. You might not even realize its value.
 
One way to gain perspective is to ask friends, “What is it about our property that you like most? What stands out to you?” Ask them to be candid. Often, they’ll reveal characteristics about your home that may surprise you. You’ll definitely gain insights that will help you when listing.
 
Another technique is to compare your property to others in the neighbourhood. Buyers often target neighbourhoods, so realizing how your home stands out can be helpful when marketing it. For example, your property might have a larger backyard than most others on the street, or it might have a lot of recent upgrades.
 
Another way to discover your home’s most attractive features is to talk to me. I can tell you what buyers will like most about your property.

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